I’m a senior at a B4 firm talking to recruiters from other B4 firms. A couple of the recruiters are discussing setting up interviews soon. I’m switching into a completely new group/line of service and feeling crazy nervous that I’m going to be easily rejected after interviewing. Any tips on nailing an advisory interview or advice from someone who has done this? Is it a small percentage of people who actually end up getting offers?

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I’ve been in 2 advisory groups and it’s pretty easy just relax and be likeable. Unless there’s a case study (FDD doesn’t count if you know accounting you should nail it)

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Definitely be likeable! And just be yourself :)

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Any specific practice? Happy to help, ex KPMG advisory here

Ooh very nice! Come work at my firm instead haha

From what I know about KPMG M&A, should be largely behavioral/situation questions to gage if you'd be a good social fit. I don't recall hearing about case studies/tests of any kind, should be a straightforward interview. Best of luck!

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